SAN DIEGO (May 8, 2022) Capt. Katie Ellis, commanding officer of the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4), throws the ceremonial first pitch before a Major League baseball game at Petco Park, May 8, 2022. In 1995, the Padres were the first professional sports team to have a Military Affairs department, and since have been recognized as 'The Team of the Military' throughout professional sports. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kristopher S. Haley)